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marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in
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Recent Examples of gusty
At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity.
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Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Winds will be gusty on Tuesday out of the south and southwest at 10 to 25 mph.
—Steven Sosna, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The low humidity combined with gusty winds and very dry vegetation will result in an elevated threat for the rapid spread of wildfires across the area.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
The main threats with this activity will be gusty winds and small hail, along with flooding threats.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Winds are also expected to be gustier than earlier forecasts suggested.
—Charlie Gile, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Winds will be gusty from the west at 10 to 25 mph, easing after sunset.
—Greg Porter, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
For now, the are remains dry with a westerly breeze that will be gusty at times in the afternoon and early evening.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Winds will be gusty on Tuesday out of the south and southwest at 10 to 25 mph.
—Steven Sosna, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The low humidity combined with gusty winds and very dry vegetation will result in an elevated threat for the rapid spread of wildfires across the area.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
The main threats with this activity will be gusty winds and small hail, along with flooding threats.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Winds are also expected to be gustier than earlier forecasts suggested.
—Charlie Gile, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Winds will be gusty from the west at 10 to 25 mph, easing after sunset.
—Greg Porter, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
For now, the are remains dry with a westerly breeze that will be gusty at times in the afternoon and early evening.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gusty
Adjective
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The sea was rough, windy, and miserable.—
Robert McGreevy,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Andreeva managed the windy conditions well, mixing in a strong serve with a forehand slice and even some moon balls.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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At a blustery Barbican Centre in central London on Monday night, the cast and crew of Tina Gharavi’s film defied the wind and gathered to celebrate their opener.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
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Waxed Barbour jackets and Burberry trenches fit for the blustery British outdoors have never gone out of style.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Ahead, shop more of Stewart’s breezy summer styles.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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The retailer is brimming with chic, travel-ready finds that make packing for warm-weather getaways feel effortless and stylish, from breezy linen pants and figure-flattering sundresses to comfortable sandals and even spacious suitcases, all up to 70 percent off.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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“Gusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusty. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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